COVID-19 and Seasonal Flu 2022-2023: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2023-10-02

Course Description:
COVID-19 and seasonal flu (influenza) symptoms can be similar. Learn to distinguish the symptoms, prevent transmission in the healthcare setting, and educate yourself about the 2022-2023 vaccines. Deepen your knowledge about virus transmission, variants including omicron, patient education, and infection control during the coronavirus pandemic.

Course Learning Objectives:
• Differentiate between the clinical presentation of COVID-19 and seasonal flu.
• Explain the incubation, period of contagion, transmission, and possible long-term effects of the COVID-19 and influenza viruses.
• Discuss infection prevention measures for influenza and COVID-19.
• Describe patient education considerations for influenza and COVID-19.
• Explain treatment and vaccination guidelines for seasonal flu and COVID-19.